Overview

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' is a shrub in the genus Osmanthus, part of the Oleaceae family. It typically grows around 4.0 m tall. Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. It is native to Japan.

About

Osmanthus heterophyllus, variously known as holly osmanthus, holly olive, and false holly, is a species of flowering plant in the olive family Oleaceae, native to eastern Asia in central and southern Japan and Taiwan.

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About the genus

Osmanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Oleaceae. Most of the species are native to eastern Asia with a few species from the Caucasus, New Caledonia, and Sumatra. Osmanthus has been known in China since ancient times with the earliest writings coming from the Warring States period; the book Shanhai Jing: Nanshan Jing states: "The first peak of the Que Mountain range is Mount Zhaoyao, rising by the western sea, where many osmanthus trees grow, and where rich veins of metals and jade lie hidden."

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Osmanthus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sandy, Loamy, Clay

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrub

Height

4.0 m

Native to

Japan

Fragrance

Fragrant flowers

Frequently asked questions